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I have severe tendonitis on both of my inner elbows, is surgery a good option? i have tried all other options the pain is terrible.
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Yes: It sound as if you have a medial epicondylitis. When conservative therapy has failed, surgery is a reasonable option with a high success rate.
Answered 12/10/2013
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